Anti-Glare Etched Glass with Absorbing Layer from Germany
Pattern-etched glass from 7004 base, engraved for diffusion and coated with infrared-absorbing layer to cut glare. The chemical compound layer absorbs light per chapter definition, worked post-annealing. Used in display cases and museum exhibits.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit coating composition analysis (e.g
• metal oxide specs) to confirm 'absorbent layer' per chapter note
• Ensure invoices specify 'engraved/etched' working and base from 7003-7005
• Avoid misdeclaration as labware (7017)—emphasize architectural/display use